SEALANTS

Step 1: A tooth with no fillings and the patient has good oral hygiene.

Step 2: Cross section through the top of the tooth reveals the deep but very narrow groove.

Step 3: A small amount of a very fluid filling like sealant material is placed over the tooth and flows down into the grooves.

Step 4: The material is light cured and solidifies forming a protective and very durable “seal” over the biting surface of the tooth.

Step 5: A view of the sealant in place.